Senior Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

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Our Mission:

At Boston Scientific Galway, we are dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.

We work collaboratively to solve healthcare’s toughest problems by developing solutions that matter most to those suffering from debilitating and life-threatening conditions and to the healthcare professionals who provide their care. 

We are seeking a Senior Occupational Health & Safety Specialist on a permanent basis to join us on our mission.

Job Purpose

Advises and guides the company and demonstrates leadership on EHS matters to ensure the safety and health of the workforce. Ensures the company is aware of, and complies with applicable health and safety legislative and other requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads safety programmes to include emergency response, risk assessment and chemical compliance
• Maintain plant statistic, performance to goals and other records necessary to document ISO45001:2018 Management System status and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Represent Boston Scientific to outside parties, such as regulatory agencies.
• Represent Boston Scientific at local and national government bodies to ensure legal Health and Safety compliance.
• Maintain metrics for assessing EH&S effectiveness.
• Direct all aspects of chemical handling and hazardous waste management to remain in compliance and maintain operating efficiency by assessing efficiency and cost-effectiveness, determining the most suitable method for handling specific types of waste, and ensuring that operating practices are in full compliance with regulations.
• Works with Supervisors, Managers and Leadership to identify and control significant health and safety impacts of operations.
• Takes a central role in working with internal committees and training efforts.
• Ensures that all required records are prepared and maintained.
• Participates in and prepares for EHS inspections by external agencies, and all system audits.
• Investigates, prepares, communicates and manages reports on incidents, injuries, ill-health, and corrective actions as required

Education & Experience

• Level 8 Bachelors Degree (240 credits) in Occupational, Health and Safety Degree or other relevant 3rd level qualification
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience ideally in Medical Device Industry or in a senior EHS role
• Detailed knowledge of legislation and ability to interpret and translate such information into business policy and procedures.
• Working knowledge of HSE management systems, aspects and controls
• A persuasive influencer and negotiator
• Self-confidence, maturity, discipline and a commercial approach to establish credibility at all levels in the business up to executive management level.
• Proven ability to think strategically and maintain strategic focus while operating across many functional areas in a constantly changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to successfully influence key internal and external stakeholders and identify external issues which will impact business performance.
• Proven ability to act as an advocate for the development and implementation of change
• Experience in developing and maintaining effective strategic partnerships with key stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to successfully implement and execute programmes and drive high performance

At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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